Did you know that 53 million people rely on high-risk tropical forests for water, food, and resilience? Tripling investments in protecting these resources could boost growth, address climate change and biodiversity loss, and support people reliant on forests: bit.ly/3ODfw79

Ready to champion the planet? The next UNEP’s #YoungChamps of the Earth could be you. Apply before 31 March. Eligibility info: www.unep.org/youngchampio...

99% of people breathe air that’s considered polluted. 😷 It damages health, lowers crop yields, deepens inequality and fuels climate change. Here are 10 things you should know about air pollution and what can be done to #BeatAirPollution: https://ow.ly/v1lH50YoWNl

Are you inspired by someone driving ocean action? Nominations for #EarthChamps are now open until 15 April: www.unep.org/championsofe...

Climate finance isn’t charity, it’s an investment in global stability and a livable planet. From funding clean energy to drought-resilient seeds for farmers, it cuts emissions and strengthens communities. Explore why it matters and see real-world impact examples: https://ow.ly/lPCh50YoWLm

From protecting forests and cutting methane to green jobs and cooler, more resilient cities - local action is driving global change. Stay upto date with climate action efforts from around the world here: .https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/news/spotlight-climate-action

As the leading global voice on the environment, UNEP provides leadership and encourages partnership in addressing humanity’s most pressing environmental challenges. To achieve this, we regularly seek qualified professionals to join our team. See current vacancies here: https://ow.ly/QXkZ50YoWG4

Oaxaca's dry forests are built to survive extremes, but unsustainable land use is pushing them past their limits. Here's how sustainable agave farming is bringing them back: https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/story/how-sustainable-agave-farming-reviving-oaxacas-dry-forests

E-commerce is booming… and so are delivery emissions. In Quito, electric bikes and trikes are proving a cleaner, cheaper way to deliver. Through UNEP’s Global Electric Mobility Programme, projects like this show how zero-emission deliveries can scale globally. https://ow.ly/q6AJ50Yoqh1

Around the world, medicinal and aromatic plants are woven into the daily lives of billions of people. From ginseng to agarwood, more than 1,500 species are regulated under CITES. This #WorldWildlifeDay, discover why conserving them is essential: wildlifeday.org/en/about

One million of the world’s estimated 8 million species are threatened with extinction. But hope is not lost. #GenerationRestoration is reviving habitats bringing back homes for threatened species. This #WorldWildlifeDay, discover six species making a comeback: www.unep.org/news-and-sto...

Human rights and the environment are closely linked. People cannot fully enjoy human rights without a safe, clean, and healthy environment, and vice versa. Discover more about environmental rights: tinyurl.com/57b6jr39

Extreme weather events are affecting billions globally. Beyond cutting emissions to slow the pace of global warming, adaptation is essential to protect people and communities from the consequences already underway. Here is why adaptation matters: www.un.org/en/climatech...

Got a bold idea to protect the planet? The Young Champions of the Earth is the United Nations’ most prestigious award programme recognizing environmental action by young people. Ready to take your idea to the global stage? Apply before 31 March. 🔗 www.unep.org/youngchampio...

According to the @‌ipcc.bsky.social, marine heat waves have doubled in frequency and have become longer-lasting, more intense, and more extensive since the 1980s. Urgent #ClimateAction is needed to #SaveOurOcean and ensure a sustainable future for all.

Seagrass meadows are among the most widespread and valuable marine ecosystems on Earth. Yet every 30 minutes, a football field’s worth of seagrass disappears. This #WorldSeagrassDay, discover why these often overlooked meadows matter more than you imagine. www.unep.org/news-and-sto...

No company can go circular alone. Change in textiles happens when designers, buyers and suppliers team up to rethink the entire value chain. UNEP’s InTex programme is helping build those bridges and #BeatPollution: https://bit.ly/47m45q2

We still have time to turn things around for the better. Fixing the planet is possible, but it means transforming how we power our world, grow food, manage waste, and protect nature. The payoff? Up to US$100 trillion in benefits every year. Read more: www.unep.org/news-and-sto...

From ancient microbes in melting glaciers to toxic pollutants from floods, climate change is altering ecosystems & exposing communities. The world must act to protect people & nature. Explore 4 emerging threats that could reshape life for millions unless action is taken: https://ow.ly/BHtM50Yn5vq

Before food reaches our plates, it goes through a long and complex journey. From farm to fork, innovators are cutting waste, restoring nature and making food systems work #ForPeopleForPlanet. Explore our interactive: www.unep.org/interactives...

Nature is under threat, but there is hope. Explore nature action around the world on our interactive map, and dive into stories from places where communities, nature and economies prosper together: https://www.unep.org/interactives/nature-action-series/

A dedicated leader in the global fight against climate change, Manfredi Caltagirone brought infectious energy to UNEP's International Methane Emissions Observatory, reshaping methane action through science & transparency. More on the legacy of this #EarthChamps honouree: https://ow.ly/9AcI50YmvNY

Women and girls are on the frontlines of the climate crisis and uniquely positioned to drive action. This United Nations explainer breaks down the reasons why women are key to building a sustainable, more resilient planet. https://www.un.org/en/climatechange/science/climate-issues/women

📢 Calling for young dreamers, innovators and entrepreneurs who have an idea for the planet! Are you ready to be the next Young Champions of the Earth? Registration is open. Apply before 31 March: https://www.unep.org/youngchampions/apply/timeline

Cookware, paint, spices - these can all contain lead, a heavy metal causing more than 1.5 million deaths annually, harming children and biodiversity. Here’s how we can reduce the risks and #BeatChemicalPollution: https://ow.ly/uyoY50YlHTa

Did you know that the gaming industry can help advance environmental action? Green Game Jam challenges studios worldwide to weave real environmental themes into their live games. This year's mission: protecting our reefs & rainforests. See more info: https://ow.ly/VWPi50YlHRm

When too many fish are caught at once, the breeding population becomes too depleted to recover. Less fish in the ocean means less food and income for coastal communities. Being #GenerationRestoration can help prevent overfishing & protect biodiversity: www.decadeonrestoration.org/types-ecosys...

The ocean is the planet’s largest ecosystem, a major source of food and medicine, & critical part of the biosphere. Despite its critical importance, it is facing an alarming level of degradation. Countries must scale up actions to #SaveOurOcean & the life it sustains: www.unep.org/topics/ocean...

Are you a young innovator aged 18–30 with an idea for the planet? 🌍 UNEP’s #YoungChamps programme awards young entrepreneurs with public recognition, money allocation, training, mentorship, and the opportunity to pitch for financial backing. Apply before 31 March: https://ow.ly/Xwn450YkPxJ

Technology is helping communities adapt to climate impacts, using AI forecasting and digital early-warning systems to prepare for floods, droughts and other climate shocks. Even relatively small investments can strengthen climate resilience and protect lives & livelihoods: tinyurl.com/ys3nc6yj

A slender thread of land on the coast of West Africa, the Gambia is on the front lines of the climate crisis, driving an exodus of young people. A UNEP-backed project aims to create economic opportunities by restoring degraded ecosystems and harnessing the power of nature: tinyurl.com/8hwrtcnj

🔬 What is antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and why does it matter? AMR occurs when microorganisms become resistant to treatments, posing a major threat to global health and the environment. Its impacts, causes, and the need for a #OneHealth approach: https://ow.ly/2u1050YiICZ

Did you know there is a system which monitors the significant emissions of methane and notifies countries and companies so they can take appropriate action? Explore more on how it works: https://ow.ly/pbN850YiIC0

Every year, 10M hectares of forests are lost, fueling climate change and destroying biodiversity. 🌳 Protecting these precious ecosystems could slash emissions by 6.5 gigatonnes annually. Solutions to keep forests standing exist: https://www.unep.org/topics/forests

To #BeatPlasticPollution, data, knowledge and collaboration are critical. The Global Plastics Hub brings together: 📚 2800+ knowledge materials 📊 70+ plastic lifecycle indicators 🌍 2000+ members connected Explore the Hub: globalplasticshub.org

How important is nature for our future? Test your knowledge & discover why advancing the Global Biodiversity Framework is key to tackling the nature crisis and ensuring humanity’s survival. Take the quiz: https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/story/quiz-how-important-nature-humanitys-future

The decline of nature is worsening the climate crisis and threatening food and water security. Explore efforts underway to mobilise finance for nature-positive, inclusive and resilient economies. www.unep.org/topics/finan...

Cascarilla is a little-known ingredient in cocktail bars around the world. But growing global demand is putting the species under strain, threatening nature and the livelihoods it supports. Here is how sustainable harvesting is protecting cascarilla in The Bahamas: www.unep.org/news-and-sto...

How to protect the ozone layer and fight #ClimateChange? @unepozone.bsky.social provides resources to help stakeholders in governments and industries implement the Montreal Protocol effectively. Explore now: www.unep.org/ozonaction/r...

The air we breathe. The water we drink. The food we eat. Our medicines. Our livelihoods. Earth’s ecosystems have extraordinary value & humanity’s survival depends on them. To protect our planet & future, countries must transform economies #ForNature.

Cities worldwide are embracing the power of young people to restore & protect urban ecosystems. See how the city of Kanazawa in Japan is incorporating the skills & perspectives of young people in its sustainable urban planning: www.unep.org/news-and-sto...

UNEP regularly publishes the latest science and reports touching on different environmental matters to advance solutions for a sustainable planet. Whether you’re an academic, policymaker, or just interested in the facts, you can access the publications here: https://unep.org/publications-data

Tyre-wear particles are a major source of microplastics that harm the environment. The good news? Prevention and mitigation can help to #BeatPollution. Explore more from this online brief: https://ow.ly/2kyN50YhaEE

Georgia’s varied terrain once supported a diversity of crops. But years of intensive farming have taken a toll on the soil. Now, farmers are making a comeback, reviving ancient wheat and grape varieties through traditional practices. Here is how: https://ow.ly/4HMB50YhasY

The world’s land plays a key role in the climate system as an essential carbon sink that regulates the planet’s temperature & absorbs its carbon emissions. Explore more on what needs to be done to protect it from threats: https://www.un.org/en/climatechange/science/climate-issues/land

Peatlands, which cover just 3% of Earth's surface, store 550 billion tonnes of carbon or twice as much as all forests combined. However, some 15% of them have been drained for agriculture. Protecting these carbon sinks is vital #ForPeopleForPlanet.

Happy Lunar New Year – welcome to the Year of the Horse. 🐴 As the new year begins, we are shining a spotlight on horses and other equine species that play important roles in the health of our planet. Discover the four lessons we can learn from equines: https://shorturl.at/081uu

Climate action saves lives. Cutting emissions reduces air pollution and protects people from extreme heat and floods, while cleaner energy and protecting ecosystems result in a healthier planet and communities. Find out more: www.unep.org/news-and-sto...

In a world where you can be anything, be kind to nature. From climate change to disasters, our planet is under pressure, yet nature holds the key to resilience and life itself. Be part of the solution and take action: www.unep.org/topics/natur...

From the Gaza Strip to Ukraine, UNEP is supporting communities grappling with the environmental effects of disasters and conflicts, while also addressing the environmental vulnerabilities that often feed instability. Explore more in our Annual Report: https://www.unep.org/annualreport/